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    • An elderly woman in a cream cardigan sits outdoors, smiling and holding hands with a younger woman in a brown sweater, both sharing a warm, joyful moment as they connect through Brain Injury Education from NBIS.

    ABI Caregiver Group Counselling Session

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    This is a 4 week group ONLINE counselling session for caregivers of people who have experienced an acquired brain injury.  It was created for people to have a supportive environment to […]

    • A diverse group of people sit in a circle, talking and holding notebooks or tablets in a brightly lit, modern room with large windows at a Nanaimo Brain Injury Society support meeting.

    ABI Group Counselling Program In-person

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    This 6 week group counselling session is for people who have experienced an acquired brain injury.  The group is facilitated by one of or counselling partners who have experience in […]

    • Illustrated border featuring stacks of books, knit socks, steaming mugs, and balls of yarn with knitting needles—perfect for Brain Injury Support materials or NBIS events—all arranged around the edges on a white background.

    Client Coffee Drop In

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Client Coffee Drop–In is BACK!!  For a limited time only. Thursday, November 16th , 23rd, 30th & December 7th 10:00 to 11:30 am NBIS Office—#101– 235 Bastion Street Open to […]

    • A woman with wavy brown hair and glasses, wearing a blue shirt over a white top, smiles outdoors with blurred green foliage and sunlight in the background, reflecting hope and positivity for Brain Injury Support.

    Caregiver Support Group Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    NBIS Caregiver Support Group Program with Jan McNeil, RCC.  To meet the different needs of caregivers, we are offering two formats, both In-person & Online group support. The program will […]

    • A young woman in a colorful sweater sits on the floor, smiling, with illustrated gears and doodles forming a thought cloud above her head, symbolizing creativity, brainstorming, and the importance of Brain Injury Education.

    Life After Brain Injury Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program - In Person This 8-week program, conducted in 8 x 90 minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the […]

    • A group of eleven people poses in front of an outdoor information kiosk with a mossy roof, surrounded by trees and greenery on a sunny day. Some hold walking sticks and wear casual clothes at this NBIS Brain Injury Education event.

    Summer Social Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

      The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect, create and have fun with peers. Spaces are […]

    • A group of eleven people poses in front of an outdoor information kiosk with a mossy roof, surrounded by trees and greenery on a sunny day. Some hold walking sticks and wear casual clothes at this NBIS Brain Injury Education event.

    Summer Social Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect, create and have fun with peers. Spaces are limited, […]

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    Flyer for NBIS Coffee Drop-in: August 2024 schedule. Connect for Brain Injury Support Mondays 1–3 pm (except Aug 5, closed). Address, website, email, phone, text info & NBIS logo included. Brown and cream with coffee cup illustrations.

    Client Coffee Drop-in

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Join in on our Coffee Drop-in group program for NBIS clients happening all Monday afternoons that the office is open! This is an informal get together and a great opportunity […]

    • A group of people sit around a table in a bright room, each holding or displaying a colorful sunset painting featuring a dinosaur. This joyful Brain Injury Support activity fills the space with smiles, art supplies, drinks, and creativity.

    Autumn Social Program

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    The Nanaimo Brain Injury Society offers an in-person Social Program every Thursday morning that provides participants with a space to connect, create and have fun with peers. Spaces are limited. […]

    A woman in workout clothes sits on a chair in a bright room, twisting her torso with hands pressed together in a yoga pose. Exercise balls and yoga mats are on the wooden floor, creating an inviting space for Brain Injury Education and support.

    Chair Yoga

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    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    We are very excited to announce 3 sessions of Chair Yoga at NBIS is Fall!! Former NBIS Programs Manager Lynne Henshaw will be facilitating the group starting Wednesday, September 18th at 10:00am. Chair […]

    • Life After Brain Injury Program

    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program - In Person This 8-week program, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools […]

    Life After Brain Injury Program

    Recurring
    Nanaimo Brain Injury Society #101 - 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo

    Life After ABI: Peer Education and Support Program - In Person This 8-week program, conducted across 8 x 90-minute sessions will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the tools […]